LAHAD DATU: A rapid response by Lahad Datu firemen prevented further damage in a fire that destroyed one wooden house at Kampung Tabanak Hilir yesterday.
Firefighters were despatched to the location 7 KM from their base on being notified at 9.02 am through MERS 999. They arrived on-scene within nine minutes and sourced water from both engine tanks and monsoon drainage to douse the fire.
“The situation was brought under control by 9.15 am, just 13 minutes after arrival. Our priority was ensuring no lives were at risk and preventing the fire from spreading,” operation commander Senior Fire Superintendent Sumsoa Rashid said.
The operation included support from three policemen. After completely extinguishing the blaze, firefighters inspected the site to ensure there was no further hazard before concluding their operation at 10.06 am, Sumsoa added.
He said the cause of fire had yet to be ascertained, adding that, no casualties were reported in the incident. – James Leong
